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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Increased C-Reactive Protein

ICD-10 Coding for Increased C-Reactive Protein

R79.82

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for increased c-reactive protein includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Elevated CRP
High C-Reactive Protein
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Increased C-Reactive Protein

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Increased C-Reactive Protein

Use ICD-10 code R79.82 for elevated c-reactive protein (crp), ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Elevated C-reactive protein (CRP)

Billable Code
R79.82
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • CRP level above normal range with no specific diagnosis
documentation:
  • • Lack of specific diagnosis for elevated CRP

Applicable To

  • • Elevated CRP levels

Important Notes

  • • Always document the underlying cause of CRP elevation.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M05.79

Rheumatoid arthritis with CRP elevation

Use when CRP elevation is due to rheumatoid arthritis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for increased C-reactive protein?

The ICD-10 code for increased C-reactive protein is R79.82, used as a secondary code to indicate elevated CRP levels.

How should increased CRP be documented?

Document increased CRP with quantitative values, test methodology, and link to a specific clinical condition.

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